Welcome to Anchor of Hope Counselling
Meet The Founder
Lead Psychotherapist and Supervisor
Michelle Ramsay
"Growth is painful, change is painful but nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don't belong"
Michelle Ramsay
As a fully qualified Psychotherapist and Supervisor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Michelle specialises in working with individuals and couples who have experienced, or are currently experiencing narcissistic abuse.
With many years of clinical experience in this specialist field, Michelle brings deep understanding and compassion to the complex emotional pain caused by narcissistic relationships. Her work is grounded in empathy, safety, and clarity, guiding clients to reconnect with themselves, rebuild trust in their own reality, and begin meaningful healing.
In addition to her therapy work, Michelle also provides clinical supervision for therapists in private practice, offering expert guidance for those supporting clients affected by narcissistic abuse.
Michelle has a particular interest in the impact of narcissistic abuse within families, especially the ways generational trauma can echo through relationships and shape identity across time.
If you’re struggling with the effects of narcissistic abuse and are ready to take the next step toward recovery, psychotherapy may offer the understanding and support you’ve been searching for.
Book a consultation , you’ll meet Michelle and quickly know if this is the right fit for you.
Meet The Team
Paul Rowlands
The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am then I can change
Carl Rogers.
Paul is an Associate Counsellor at Anchor of Hope Counselling. As a Counsellor working within the BACP Framework Paul offers counselling to adults who are dealing with a wide range of mental health difficulties.
Paul has a special interest in working with victims of Narcissistic Abuse. Drawing on personal experience and professional development he offers depth and knowledge in understanding the effects of NPD.
Paul strongly believes that the cornerstone of the therapeutic relationship is on building a collaborative, supportive, safe relationship, helping you build a deeper understanding of your feelings whilst offering you the time and space to process your emotions. The therapeutic relationship is unlike any other relationship. Within this real healing can take place.
Ruth Addis
Ruth is an Associate Counsellor at Anchor of Hope Counselling. As a Counsellor working within the BACP Framework Ruth has a special interest in working with those who have experienced trauma in particular narcissistic abuse.
Ruth has experience working with domestic abuse and grief. Ruth's empathic nature, combined with a deep understanding of interpersonal relationships, allows her to provide clients with the support and guidance they need to navigate through challenging times.
Ruth specifically focuses on encouraging clients to reconnect with themselves, find healing through inner-child work, and instil healthy boundaries so that they can enjoy great relationships both personally and professionally.
Specialist Narcissistic Abuse Psychotherapy
Narcissistic abuse leaves deep emotional imprints that can distort your sense of self and reality. Specialist psychotherapy offers a compassionate space to untangle those dynamics, recognise manipulation and control, and reconnect with your authentic self. With professional, trauma informed support, you can move from confusion and survival towards clarity and freedom.
"Trauma is not what happens to you, it's what happens inside you as a result of what happened to you"
Gabor Mate
"Until you make the unconscious CONSCIOUS, it will direct your life and you will call it fate".
Carl Jung
Out of your vulnerabilities will come your strength
Sigmund Freud
"Narcissists are masters of pathologising your emotions.They convince you that your emotional reactions to the abuse are the problem, rather than the abuse itself"